There are many adversaries, trials, and temptations.

Also, the Lord gave Joshua this advice (Deuteronomy 31:23 Joshua 1:6–7, 9), and Joshua gave it to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh (Joshua 1:12–18). Moses imparted this admonition to Joshua when he commissioned him to lead the people of Israel (Deuteronomy 31:7–8). This doesnt mean that we wont ever feel afraid. Therefore, we can be courageous and live above fear.

Fear is a spirit, but one that God has not given us. He counsels in favor of strength and bravery, grounded in one's trust of God. I love the scripture in 2 Timothy 1:7 that says this, God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power and love and self-control. Waiting on the Lord draws us close to Him and teaches us to be patient.ĭavid also provides another admonition in this closing verse of Psalm 27. He may not answer us immediately, but He has promised to answer, 'in time of need' (Hebrews 4:16). We tend to want an immediate answer to our prayers, but the Lord is never in a rush. Regardless of the exact aim of this phrase, the admonition is good for everyone who wants to do the Lord's will. KJV: only be strong and of a good courage. Joshua 1:18 HEB: NAS: only be strong and courageous. It's also possible that in this part of the psalm, David is addressing his soldiers, or the assembly of Israel. Be strong and courageous Do not tremble KJV: thee Be strong and of a good courage be not afraid, INT: commanded you be strong and courageous not tremble. The structure of this psalm begins with statements of confidence, followed by pleas for rescue, as if David was reminding himself of God's protection. Psalms 31:24 in Other Translations 24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. Do not be afraid do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. He gives the admonition at the beginning of the verse and repeats it at the end of the verse. Joshua 1:9 New International Version 9 Have I not commanded you Be strong and courageous. David concludes this psalm with an admonition to wait on the Lord.

Be strong and courageous psalm